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Jesus Christ,
to move hearts and employ hands for the kingdom of God.
 
 
 
 

 

Worship Life @ Decatur First

Decatur First UMC is a vibrant and growing family of faith. As Decatur is experiencing transformation, so Decatur First UMC is transforming into the community of faith that can continue to be a place of community and service. We value worship, fellowship, spiritual formation, ministry and mission. At Decatur First you'll find a warm welcome and authentic concern for you and others. If you are looking for a church where you can discover God's presence, grow in your faith and discover ways you can make a difference in our world, then we invite you to join us. Decatur First UMC is within walking distance from the Decatur Square, two miles from Oakhurst, three miles from Emory/Druid Hills, and seven miles from Georgia State/Atlanta. Whatever your background, we are a community seeking to deepen our faith, our relationships with one another, our relationship with Jesus Christ, and how to live in stewardship with the world around us.
 

What is Casual Worship @ Decatur First?

In the Casual Worship Service at Decatur First we strive to offer Bible-based and Christ-centered worship and discipleship opportunities. Through practical and inspiring messages, great fellowship, and meaningful music, the Casual Worship service is a participatory and celebratory opportunity to worship God in a relaxed and intimate atmosphere. We invite you to come as you are, as a unique and loved child of God, to share your gifts, your testimony, and your journey with us.
 

Leadership

Dr. Katy Hinman, Associate Pastor of Decatur First
 
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When and Where

Join us Sunday mornings at 11:00 in the Chapel on Sycamore (318 Sycamore Street, Decatur GA, 30030). Using the map below as a guide, you can park along N. Candler Street (to the left of A), or in the parking lot of the gas station that is on the corner of N. Candler Street and East Ponce de Leon Avenue (to the upper left from A). Parking is also available behind the main Decatur First Sanctuary and building or in the covered parking deck on N. Candler Street adjacent to the main sanctuary. You may enter the chapel through the front wooden doors that are facing N. Candler Street on the Commerce Drive side of the sanctuary. Come on in, grab a cup of coffee and a light snack, and enjoy a few moments of fellowship and conversation before worship begins.




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Current Sermon Topics/Series


Our journey through scripture for the next couple of weeks:
 
 
Date Scripture Message
August 15 Hebrews 11:29-12:2 Running on Faith
August 22 Jeremiah 1:4-10 Out of the Mouths of Babes
 
 
 

A Glimpse into Casual Worship @ Decatur First

 
 

**NOTE: We are in the process of updating this video. For any questions regarding Casual Worship at Decatur First, please direct them to Dr. Katy Hinman or Susan Ely.

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Still need more info? Contact Dr. Katy Hinman or Susan Ely.